Overview
- Third seed defeated Sebastian Baez 6-3, 7-6 (7) in the ASB Classic final, saving three set points in the tiebreak.
- The victory is Mensik's second ATP Tour title following his 2025 Miami Open triumph.
- Rain delays compressed the Auckland schedule, forcing quarterfinals and semifinals to be played the day before the final.
- Baez entered the final in strong form after a United Cup sweep and a quarterfinal upset of top seed Ben Shelton.
- Mensik is ranked No. 18 and one of the youngest players in the top 25, while first-round Australian Open matches are Mensik vs Pablo Carreno Busta and Baez vs Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard.